Sr. Software Test Engineer w/Top Secret Clearance - Military veterans preferred

2025-08-07
A3 Consulting, LLC
Other

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Silver Spring
Maryland
20901
United States

A3 Consulting LLC is seeking an experienced Sr. Software Test Engineer who is responsible for performing system testing supporting following testing types: desktop, web, and client server applications. The ideal candidate is a team player with experience working remotely. If you have a passion for service and are looking to be a key player in a fast-growing, innovative company, this role is for you.
In this job you will:
  • Develops software testing plan and executes, measuring results according to predetermined guidelines.
  • Write test scenarios, test cases and test scripts to ensure traceability to requirements.
  • Create test results and reports and report to the Test Lead.
  • Streamline testing process by creating automated test cases.
  • Collaborate closely with developers, engineers and business analysts fostering a cohesive environment and ensuring alignment with overall project objectives.
  • Assess system and software level requirement specifications, software design and other development related documentation as needed.
  • Assist in planning for testing efforts and designing test plans in order to meet the release Schedule.
  • Assist Users during User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and where applicable, verify Application Security Testing (aka) Role Based Access Control.
  • Adhere to established testing procedures
  • Perform System, regression, integration and end to end testing to ensure delivery of high-quality systems.
  • Execute manual and automated test scripts, hold reviews and document reports of execution.
  • Document Software defects using bug tracking system and report bugs to the developers.
Qualifications for the role:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, (or equivalent work experience).
  • Minimum one (1) year of professional experience leading a small test team.
  • Security+ certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
  • Experience testing applications in AWS Cloud.
  • Experience analyzing requirements/user stories related to complex systems and developing detailed test strategy/plan.
  • Experience supporting functional testing of projects by following all the testing standards/processes and delivering all the testing artifacts on time.
  • Expertise in creating different types of test data for Unit and System testing.
  • Excellent knowledge and practitioner of all the Testing Methods/Practices/Standards (Agile and DevOps) and a combination of all these methods and processes.
  • Experience executing Automations Scripts and executing Test Cases, creating Defects in Test Management tool, JIRA Misc Workflow, Structure - Issue Organizer or equivalent and Generate Test Analysis/Defect Reports for the Project team and Management.
  • Experience working with Project Teams to retest/resolve defects.
  • Experience adhering to all the testing procedures and standards to produce a well-documented test audit trail.
Clearance Level:
  • Top Secret
Salary range:
  • The salary range of this position is $100,000 - $110,000 commensurate with experience and achievement.
Benefit Information:
  • A3 Consulting offers a robust benefits package to include but not limited to medical, dental, and vision benefits, flexible spending and health savings accounts, group life and AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, paid time off, 401k match, paid parental leave, professional development.
A3 Consulting, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law.





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